Hummingbirds: facts and folklore from the Americas

Size and physical characteristics. Why the hummingbird's throat is red

Diet and food. Why the hummingbird drinks nectar

Plumage and color. How the hummingbird got its color

Flight. How the hummingbird won the race

Habitat. Why the hummingbird lives in the mountains

Migration. Why the hummingbird migrates to Mexico

Courtship and reporduction. Why the hummingbird is attracted to the color red

Vocalization. Why the hummingbird has no song

Predators. Why the hummingbird is a fearless warrior.